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Have been a caregiver for 6 years, can do full time, part time, and be flexible with your needs! I understand wanting to make your loved ones comfortable and finding the best care for them and you're family!
Jasmine can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, I've been working with children since I started babysitting at 13. I am enjoying staying home full-time with my 3-year-old son. I'm open to begin nannying again with my son in-tow. I love working with families who just need a little help a few days a week, as it can be difficult juggling parenthood with everything else....
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Carol M.
Des Moines, IA
$15-25/hr • 20 yrs exp
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Carol. I'm currently working as an educational consultant and I tutor and babysit on the side. I have an extensive history of working with children. In high school I worked part time in a day care center with mostly toddlers, I taught preschool for a year right out of college, and I have worked with...
Carol can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Erin. I live in Ankeny, Iowa. I have a BA in Child Development from Rowan University. I have experience with children ranging from infancy to teenage including ones on the spectrum and other special needs. I do have my own car with a great driving record. I do not drink/smoke and am pet friendly.
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Great caregiver and treated us all like family. Very dependable and not afraid to tackle any request we had. Always uplifting and very caring. 10/10 would recommend for anybody who needs an extra friendly face around the house to help with all needs!!"
Mikayla K.
Payton B.
Des Moines, IA
$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey! I'm Payton, I have 4 years of experience in childcare. I've worked as an art teacher, swim instructor and coach, summer camp counselor, part-time babysitter, and special needs assistant. I currently attend school at Drake University, I am a part of Delta Gamma Sorority and Student Senate. I am Lifeguard certified, CPR and...
Payton can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Babysitting by choice from the time I was 11 years old, I've always loved children and incorporated sitting and then as an adult nannying alongside being a freelance creative. Currently, nannying twins part time and have strong references from family along with former family I nanny'd twins for full time. I also have animal...
Christine can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Christine has helped take care of our boys several days a week for the past year. She is dependable, kind, incredibly caring, and our twins love her.She is so gentle and patient with them; always teaching them new things, they light up when she comes in the...
Hilary R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified Montessori 3-6 teacher (preschool and kindergarten). I have been teaching for 6 years at this age group. I have 11 years of experience ranging from infants to middle school age children. I also have experience in working with special needs children. I am looking for a semi regular job this summer. I am flexible...
Savannah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
(6)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Matracea; I typically go by Macy. I graduated from Iowa State University with my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and a Minor in Child, Adult, and Family Services in 2021.
I have 10+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. I have 8 years of experience working in childcare centers and school...
Matracea can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Macy was great!!
She was punctual and patient with our 2 boys and doggy with great communication for scheduling and everything else.
The kids now call all of our sitters Macy! They especially loved the park visits and all the fun games she would play with...
Molly K.
Anna P.
Ankeny, IA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a nanny/part-time babysitter with flexible hours. I have had multiple years of experience babysitting all ages and have been a nanny for three summers. I have also been in charge of a child's soccer camp and a vacation bible school group. I love to be active and outdoors but also love a good relaxing day watching...
Anna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!"
Truman J.
5.0
(1)
My name is Sarah and I am currently a 5th grade teacher in the Des Moines area. I am finishing up my second year of teaching and will continue teaching 5th grade next school year. I have always loved working with kids and have experience with all ages from 6 months to 14 years old. I have nannied almost every summer since I was...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"she was wonderful. My children absolutely love her. they think of her as mom now! (they think I'm a stranger and kicked me out to the garage!) Thanks Sarah for all you do!"
Hannah B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a certified teacher that is home for the summer. I have welcomed families into my life over the summer months for many years. I have worked with infants all the way through 9th grade. I have an 12-year-old son and a 18-year-old daughter. We love to stay active during the summer. At this time I am looking for a part...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a first grade teacher in Des Moines. This is my second year teaching and I am loving every minute of it!! I attended Grand View University and graduated with a degree it Elementary Education with a reading endorsement. Before teaching, I have worked as a nanny, babysitter, daycare provider, camp counselor, and respite care...
Bethany can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bethany is wonderful! She is very reliable and always arrives on time or early. Bethany is great with our kids and she has a very positive disposition."
Susan B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I moved to Des Moines in 2022 from Minnesota. I am looking for recurring date nights and weekend babysitting jobs! I have always loved kids. I have been interacting/working with kids for as long as I can remember. I've also been babysitting for as long as I can remember. For experience, I worked in the church nursery for about 4...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Lauren to watch my 10-month-old daughter who has never really had a babysitter before. Lauren did great and was very sweet with her! We would definitely hire her again."
Erin H.
Sophia B.
Des Moines, IA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am 20 years old in college at DMACC. I've worked at my church daycare/summer camp, in school with disabled peers, and been employed in a professional daycare for over a year. After that, I was the assistant director of an after-school program (laid off due to Covid). Now I nanny part time attending school full time for about 3...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"The kids really liked her!!! They want her to come back."
Alyssa A.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced caregiver with a passion for children. Provided childcare as a full-time nanny and part-time as well for multiple families. Experience in many different childcare settings as well. Reliable and responsible, offering light housekeeping and pet care services as well.
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Lydia B.
West Des Moines, IA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lydia. With years of childcare experience under my belt, I'm seeking a full-time or part time nanny position. I'm eager to find a family to grow with and provide consistent, loving care!
I have been a nanny since the age of 13! I have lots of experience and references.
I'm looking for a nanny job because...
Lindsay F.
West Des Moines, IA
$22/hr • 15 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver Looking For A Summer Position And Possibly Part Time During The School Year.
I'm an experienced caregiver who has worked in the childcare industry for over 20 years. I am currently a school bus driver and am looking for part time and possibly summer full time, if it's the right fit.
I'm a kind soul who is great with children of all ages. I've worked in infant rooms through pre k rooms and enjoy what...
Lindsay can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
hey! im addison, a highschool student at dowling in west des moines. I have a experience with kids through nannying, which I have been doing for an amazing family this summer, babysitting on weeknights and weekends, and part time work at a daycare center. I have experience with ages newborn-10 years. I am looking for something...
Addison can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Mariah K.
Norwalk, IA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Currently a nanny while I finish my studies online! I would love to work with another family part time along side my M-F! I work 12:45-5:30 currently, and could do anything around that! I love working with children because of their positivity and curiosity, leading me to have many years of experience working in schools,...
Mariah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
I am a current part-time nanny for a family in Waukee, with 2 kids, a golden doodle, and occasional relatives from overseas. I do childcare, playing, bath times, reading, some meal preparation, and light housework and picking up. I am college-educated. I have passed a background check as I used to work at Children and Families...
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Most recent reviews for part time child care in Altoona, IA
Erin M.
5.0
Great caregiver and treated us all like family. Very dependable and not afraid to tackle any request we had. Always uplifting and very caring. 10/10 would recommend for anybody who needs an extra friendly face around the house to help with all needs!!
- Mikayla K.
Christine S.
5.0
Christine has helped take care of our boys several days a week for the past year. She is dependable, kind, incredibly caring, and our twins love her.She is so gentle and patient with them; always teaching them new things, they light up when she comes in the house.Christine has become like part of...
- Hilary R.
Matracea W.
5.0
Macy was great!!
She was punctual and patient with our 2 boys and doggy with great communication for scheduling and everything else.
The kids now call all of our sitters Macy! They especially loved the park visits and all the fun games she would play with them.
10/10
We would...
- Molly K.
Anna P.
5.0
Anna is awesome! She is so good with the kids and very flexible. A sure hire!
- Truman J.
Sarah B.
5.0
she was wonderful. My children absolutely love her. they think of her as mom now! (they think I'm a stranger and kicked me out to the garage!) Thanks Sarah for all you do!
- Hannah B.
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FAQs for finding part time child care near you in Altoona, IA
How much does it cost to hire part time child care near me in Altoona, IA?
Every caregiver on Care.com chooses their own hourly rate and because of this, part time child care rates can vary based on factors like how experienced the caregiver is, where you live, and how many children require care. That being said, the average hourly rate for part time child care providers near you in IA is $10.00.
How can I safely find part time child care near me in Altoona, IA?
To safely hire part time child care near you in Altoona, IA, there are a few steps we strongly recommend you take to learn more about the candidates you are considering hiring. To start, you can run a private background check. You can also interview candidates and can request references from former employers. While we do request that all Care.com part time child care providers complete an annual background check called a CareCheck (all part time child care providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run), we do recommend doing your own due diligence.
What types of part time child care services are available near me in Altoona, IA?
The neat part about Care.com, is you can review many different caregiver profiles until you find a part time child care provider near you in Altoona, IA who can meet your family’s needs. Each caregiver lists the responsibilities they feel comfortable helping with on their Care.com profile and you can conduct interviews to learn more about the exact responsibilities they can help you out with.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for part time child care near me in Altoona, IA?
When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in Altoona, IA, you can ask them about their work experience, can inquire as to what caregiving responsibilities they can help with, and can ask them how they would handle certain situations. For example, if your child struggles with homework time, you can ask them how they would handle situations like your child refusing to do their homework.
How many hours a week can I hire part time child care near me in Altoona, IA?
You can interview a few different child care providers until you find one who can provide you with the part time child care you need for however many hours you require. You can set the hours and can find someone whose schedules line up with yours. There are 1 part time child care providers near you in Altoona, IA who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.